1914-1999

One of baseball's most accomplished players with a record 56-game hitting streak, and one of its most enigmatic stars, Joe Dimaggio was married at one time to movie star Marilyn Monroe. "Joltin' Joe" struggled with fame and became increasingly sheltered in later life.

Presents a brief biography of the baseball legend, Joe DiMaggio, who hit safely in fifty-six games during the 1941 season. Includes photographs.

Describes the life and career of the legendary New York Yankees star Joe DiMaggio.

The Yankees test a young prospect named Joe DiMaggio against the best pitcher around--the great Satchel Paige.

Illustrations and text describe the 1941 baseball season, in which Red Sox players Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams set hitting records.